Statement from the Virgin Islands Department of Health on Behavioral and Mental Health Services and Facilities
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health recognizes the growing concern among residents regarding access to behavioral and mental health services in the Territory. Behavioral health, which encompasses mental health, is a critical public health issue, and the Department takes seriously its responsibility to ensure that care is delivered in a manner that […]
Morris F. De Castro Clinic on St. John to Reopen on a Limited Schedule Next Week
ST. JOHN, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health advises the public that the Morris F. De Castro Clinic on St. John will reopen next week on a limited schedule, operating Tuesday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., before fully resuming operations on Monday, January 26, 2026. The limited schedule reflects a […]
Morris F. De Castro Clinic on St. John Temporarily Closed Due to Staffing Challenges
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health is advising the public that the Morris F. De Castro Clinic on St. John is closed through Friday due to staffing challenges. The Department is actively working to address the situation and will resume normal operations as quickly as possible. Affected programs include the Maternal Child […]
VI Department of Health Launches Online Food and Water Safety Complaint Portal
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health has launched an online food and water safety complaint portal, making it easier for residents to report suspected foodborne or waterborne illnesses, as well as concerns related to sanitation, hygiene, and food safety practices at food service establishments. “Ensuring safe and sanitary conditions and proper […]
VI Department of Health, Office of Disaster Recovery Break Ground on Donna M. Christian Christensen, MD Health Center
St. Croix, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health and Office of Disaster Recovery, joined by the Territory’s leadership, recovery partners, contractors, and community stakeholders, officially broke ground, on Tuesday, on the Donna M. Christian Christensen, MD Health Center, marking a major milestone in the revitalization of public health infrastructure on St. […]
VI Department of Health to Break Ground on the Donna M. Christian Christensen, MD, Health Center
St. Croix, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health will hold a groundbreaking ceremony at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, marking the official start of construction on the Donna M. Christian Christensen, MD, Health Center, formerly known as the Charles Harwood Memorial Complex, at Estate Richmond. “This ceremony represents a significant milestone […]
Health’s EMS-Children Program Donates Pediatric Care Supplies to Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Virgin Islands Department of Health, through its Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program, today, donated a range of specialized pediatric care supplies to the Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center (JFL) on St. Croix. “These donated items will strengthen the hospital’s ability to care for infants and children […]
VI Board of Pharmacy Sets New Quarterly Meeting for December 2
US VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Board of Pharmacy will hold its quarterly meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. The public may join the meeting using the following options: Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 296 183 346 073 22 Passcode: XY9a2oF7 Call In Dial in by phone +1 939-236-6758 Phone conference ID: 298 951 919# Join […]
VI Department of Health and Oasis Terrace to Host Free Thanksgiving Feast for the Needy and Homeless
St. Thomas, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — This Thanksgiving, the Virgin Islands Department of Health is partnering with Oasis Terrace to host a free Thanksgiving Day Community Feast for individuals and families in need and the homeless. The event is set for Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Oasis Terrace, formerly […]
VI Board of Veterinary Medicine to Hold its Quarterly Meeting on January 21, 2026
US VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Board of Veterinary Medicine will hold its next quarterly meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 10:30 am via Microsoft Teams. The public may join the meeting via the following options: Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 228 338 210 442 9 Passcode: ST2zh66K Call In Dial in by phone +1 939-236-6758 […]